Photos/Video: Trunk or Treat at Beyond Indoor in Elmsdale
ELMSDALE: A local business gave back to the community on Saturday, and the crowd turned up to take in their efforts. Beyond Indoor Play in the Elmsdale Business Park put…
Budget 2025 to invest in Canadian workers, government says in release
From a press release OTTAWA, ONT.: In a rapidly changing and uncertain world, Canada’s new government is focused on what we can control. “We are protecting our communities and our…
SWEPS, local scouts, beavers, and cubs plant tree seedlings along Aerotech Connector
WELLINGTON: There was a beehive of activity along the Aerotech Connector, near the pedestrian overpass, on Saturday morning. Approximately 20 beavers, scouts, and cubs with the 1st Riverlake Scouting group…
Construction Safety N.S., MERIT N.S. launch member assistance program to support mental health in construction industry
DARTMOUTH: Construction Safety Nova Scotia (CSNS) and MERIT Nova Scotia are pleased to announce the launch of Anchor Point, a new Member Assistance Program (MAP) designed to enhance mental health…
RCMP charge men after theft, flight from police
PICTOU COUNTY: RCMP in Pictou County have charged two men who fled from police in McLellans Brook. On October 23, at approximately 7:25 a.m., RCMP officers responded to a report…
Waverley singer Mo Kenney wins two Music Nova Scotia awards
YARMOUTH: A Waverley musician came home from the Music Nova Scotia music & industry awards 2025 this weekend with a pair of awards. Mo Kenney was among the big winners…
Photos/Video: Crowds come get their scare on at Jack O’ Lantern Walk
NINE MILE RIVER: Mother Nature didn’t keep the crowds away from coming out for the third annual Jack O’ Lantern Walk. While it poured mid afternoon, by early evening the…
Helping others through experience: Dick Jamer’s story
By Lauren MacDougall When Dick Jamer’s wife Jan was diagnosed with dementia, he wasn’t sure where to turn. “I had no idea what the diagnosis meant or what help was…
Nova Scotia Loyal supports local authors, publishers, booksellers
HALIFAX: Just in time for the holidays, the Province is making it easier to discover books written or published by Nova Scotians. Starting October 24, Nova Scotians can receive $10…
Residents raise red flags over Mount Uniacke Quarry expansion
Group says lab tests confirm contamination; calls for public input before Nov. 2 deadline (The following is information that was sent to us at The Laker News by the group)…